Kaan Koçali | Health Professions | Best Researcher Awar

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Kaan Koçali | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Istanbul Aydın University | Turkey

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Kaan Koçali began his academic journey with a Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering from Istanbul University in 2011. His intellectual curiosity led him to pursue two Master’s degrees: one in Mining Engineering (with thesis) at Istanbul University (2016), focusing on the effects of boron compounds on solar panels, and another in Occupational Health and Safety at Istanbul Aydın University (non-thesis, 2016). He crowned his academic formation with a Ph.D. in Occupational Health and Safety at Istanbul Aydın University in 2021. His doctoral thesis addressed the legal responsibilities of permanent supervisors in mines under Turkish law and proposed a software-based tracking and control system.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Dr. Koçali currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Istanbul Gelişim University, where he leads the Occupational Health and Safety Program in the Department of Property Protection and Security. He has participated in Erasmus+ staff mobility programs in Germany and North Macedonia, further expanding his international academic network. Beyond academia, he has held roles as a Mining Engineer, Occupational Safety Specialist, entrepreneur, and legal expert, offering consultancy, safety training, legal evaluations, and engineering services across various sectors. His company experience includes managing R&D projects, developing software for mining project management, and supporting startups through national grant programs.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Koçali has made extensive contributions to the field of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), particularly in high-risk sectors like mining. His published works span peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, and national/international conference proceedings. Key research themes include:

  • Risk analysis and prevention in mining and industrial environments

  • Workplace inspections under international conventions

  • Occupational disease trends and socio-economic impacts

  • The integration of analytical tools like AHP and TOPSIS in safety decision-making

  • Anthropometric data collection for ergonomics and safety design

He is also a certified expert in numerous safety domains, including NEBOSH, ISO standards, and legal compliance, with a strong focus on both theoretical and practical safety applications.

🏆 Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Koçali's exceptional scholarship has been recognized with multiple international research awards, including:

🏅 Academic Research Impact Award – SHEN Conferences, India (2024)
🏅 Best Researcher Award – International Cybersecurity & Cryptography Congress (2023 & 2024)
🏅 Best Researcher Award – Science, Health and Engineering Research Awards (2022, 2023, 2024)
🏅 Top Researcher Award – International Conference on Cybersecurity and Cryptography (2023)
🏅 Project Award – EURIE Eurasia Higher Education Summit (2020)

In addition, he received institutional honors like the Academic Performance Award at Istanbul Gelişim University.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Koçali is not only a prolific researcher and educator but also an influential advocate for workplace safety. His legal expertise as a court-appointed expert in over 120 cases has shaped judicial decisions on occupational accidents, mining incidents, and industrial safety. His work on mining safety has attracted national media attention, helping raise public awareness about hazardous working conditions. Moreover, his leadership in curriculum development, international training exchanges, and project coordination has made a lasting impact on occupational health education in Turkey and abroad.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

With a robust foundation in engineering, law, and safety sciences, Dr. Koçali is set to become a key figure in shaping the future of occupational health and industrial risk management. His upcoming initiatives are expected to deepen international collaborations, enhance digital safety training platforms, and influence policy frameworks through evidence-based research. As a dedicated educator and innovator, Dr. Koçali continues to inspire the next generation of safety professionals while driving systemic improvements in workplace environments across sectors.

Publications

📄 Kaza Geliyorum Der, Yağmur Ertekin , AYRIKOTU YAYINLARI, İSTANBUL 2022, 104 s.

Author: Kaan Koçali
Journal: Mecmua
Publisher: Ayrıkotu Yayınları, İstanbul
Year:2025

📄 Occupational Health and Safety Risk Assessment for Entrepreneurs
Author: Kaan Koçali
Journal: EUropean Journal of Managerial Research (EUJMR)
Year: 2024

📄 Workplace Inspections in Turkey Conducted within the Scope of ILO Labor Inspection Convention
Author: Kaan Koçali
Journal: Asya Studies
Year: 2024

📄 Occupational Disease Profile of Turkey: Analysis by Economic Activities and Cities
Author: Kaan Koçali
Journal: Journal of Social Humanities and Administrative Sciences
Year: 2023

📄 Fine-Kinney Risk Değerlendirmesi Yöntemi ile Yeraltı Maden Ocağında Delme Patlatma İşlemlerinin İncelenmesi
Author: Kaan Koçali
Journal: International Journal of Social & Humanities Sciences Research
Year: 2023

Wafa Boulagouas | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Wafa Boulagouas | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Institute of Health and Safety, University of Batna | Algeria

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Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Wafa Boulagouas  earned her Bachelor's degree in Control of Industrial Risks from the University of Chahid Mustapha Ben Boulaid, Batna 2, Algeria, in 2013. Her dedication to the field continued as she pursued a Master’s degree in the same discipline, graduating as a valedictorian in 2015. Dr. Boulagouas furthered her education by obtaining a Ph.D. in Health and Industrial Safety, a joint effort between the University of Mentouri – Constantine 1, Algeria, and the Universidad de Burgos, Spain, completed in 2021. Additionally, she achieved professional certification with the NEBOSH International General Certificate in 2016.

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Boulagouas embarked on her professional career as a part-time teacher at the University of Chahid Mustapha Ben Boulaid, Batna 2, from 2015 to 2019. She expanded her experience as a visiting researcher at the Universidad de Burgos, Spain, in the academic year 2019/2020. Her career advanced as she became an Associate Professor at the Institute of Health and Safety at her alma mater in 2022. Beyond teaching, she took on significant administrative roles, including being responsible for the E-Learning Entity (Moodle) and participating in the Supporting and Accompanying Start-ups Cell.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Boulagouas’s research is primarily focused on industrial safety, risk assessment, and transportation safety. Her significant contributions include studying the distracted behaviors of unlicensed drivers and employing Bayesian theory for dynamic risk assessment. Her scholarly work is widely recognized, with presentations at various international conferences, such as the European Safety and Reliability Conference in Venice, Italy, and the International Symposium on Industrial Engineering, Maintenance, and Safety in Oran, Algeria.

Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Boulagouas has been honored multiple times for her academic and professional excellence. She received the Valedictorian Attestation for her Master's degree and was recognized during the official closing ceremony of the academic year 2014/2015 at the University of Batna 2. Her research contributions have earned her memberships in esteemed research units and laboratories, such as the Laboratory of Industrial Prevention Research and the “Ingeniería y organización industrial” unit at the Universidad de Burgos.

Impact and Influence

Dr. Boulagouas has made a profound impact through her extensive research and participation in international conferences. She has contributed to peer-reviewing research articles for various international journals, enhancing the quality and reliability of research in her field. Her involvement in major events like the COP-29 Side Event in Baku, Azerbaijan, and the International Medicine and Health Sciences Congress in the Maldives underscores her influence in the global academic community.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Boulagouas is poised to leave a lasting legacy in the fields of health and industrial safety. Her ongoing efforts in teaching, research, and administrative roles position her as a pivotal figure in advancing industrial safety standards and practices. Her future contributions are expected to further the understanding and implementation of effective safety protocols, benefiting both the academic community and industry professionals worldwide.

 

Notable Publications

Effects of mobile phone-related distraction on driving performance at roundabouts: Eye movements tracking perspective 2024

Effects of Mobile Phone Use on Driving Performance: An Experimental Study of Workload and Traffic Violations 2021 (21)

Assessment of the influence of technology-based distracted driving on drivers’ infractions and their subsequent impact on traffic accidents severity 2021 (17)

On the contribution to the alignment during an organizational change: Measurement of job satisfaction with working conditions 2021 (8)

An investigation into unsafe behaviors and traffic accidents involving unlicensed drivers: A perspective for alignment measurement 2020 (21)